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What does “Kinetic theory of gases” actually mean in Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory, and why does it matter for NEET?

gas pressure comes from molecular collisions, and average molecular KE is proportional to absolute temperature.

In simple words: gas pressure comes from molecular collisions, and average molecular KE is proportional to absolute temperature. Getting Kinetic theory of gases clear matters because NEET questions on Thermodynamics & Kinetic Theory usually test this idea directly, not just a formula you memorised.

Key point

Kinetic theory of gases

Common mistake

using Celsius instead of Kelvin in gas relations.

Memory tip

always convert temperature to Kelvin for PV=nRT.

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